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If I turn left in front of another car, am I automatically at fault?

Posted on May 15, 2012 by admin

California Vehicle Code section 21801 applies to left turning vehicles. The short answer to the question posed in this FAQ is “Yes, the left turning vehicle is usually found to be at fault for an accident with an oncoming vehicle.” … Continue reading →

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What are some factors that affect the value of a personal injury case?

Posted on May 7, 2012 by admin

There are several factors that may affect the value of a personal injury case. That being said, there is no exact science to the evaluation of any accident case. An experienced personal injury lawyer can help you analyze your case. … Continue reading →

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What is a Deposition?

Posted on April 21, 2012 by admin

During a lawsuit, each side to the lawsuit has the right to “discovery.” That means, each side can “discover” more about the opposing party’s position by obtaining documents, asking written questions, etc. There are definite formalities to the process which … Continue reading →

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Should I File a Lawsuit or Try to Settle My Personal Injury Case?

Posted on March 11, 2012 by admin

Sometimes, filing a lawsuit and going to trial in your personal injury case is not the best course of action. In fact, after all the years I’ve been in practice (for both plaintiff and defense), I cannot remember a single … Continue reading →

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Should I Meet With The Insurance Adjuster?

Posted on February 25, 2012 by admin

Hi, my name is Robert Mansour. Sometimes when I speak to clients for the first time after a personal injury case they say, “Rob, you know what, that insurance adjuster was so friendly to me on the phone!” And I … Continue reading →

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What if I have an accident in California but I live out of state?

Posted on February 8, 2012 by admin

If you have an accident in California but live out of state, you can certainly have a California lawyer handle your matter.  Even though you live in another state, that doesn’t mean you have to use a lawyer in your … Continue reading →

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Should I even bother bringing a claim for personal injury?

Posted on January 12, 2012 by admin

I met with a client today, and that was the very question we discussed.   He was in a relatively minor accident but was feeling a little stiffness in his neck.  Because there was very little visible damage to his vehicle … Continue reading →

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Why does the insurance adjuster want to meet me?

Posted on January 3, 2012 by admin

There seems to be a new approach being employed by some over-zealous insurance adjusters. They will offer to meet you at your home to “discuss” your case. Make no mistake…they are not interested in “discussing” your case. They are there … Continue reading →

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If I did not have insurance, can I bring a personal injury claim?

Posted on December 2, 2011 by admin

If you did not have insurance on the date of the accident, you are not in compliance with California law. Therefore, pursuant to proposition 213 (passed several years ago), your recovery is limited to your economic damages. In short, you … Continue reading →

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Will the responsible party’s insurance company pay my medical bills?

Posted on November 26, 2011 by admin

Well, yes and no. You may be surprised to learn the other party’s insurance company usually won’t pay your bills as they come due. Your health care providers won’t be too excited about that. Keep in mind, the other party’s … Continue reading →

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